Profe Agayu
American expat in Dominican Republic
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American
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 30 March 2022
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My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
When I received naturalization via marriage, there was no interview of my spouse involved. That is something new from when I did mine. I used a lawyer for nothing except notarizing some documents. In order to be a Notary in the DR they have a silly ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@DRVisitor Great point. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@KaiserS I do no think it is appropriate to tell. However, I will say she is worth every penny. Also, be aware that many lawyers in DR that offer immigration services try to undercut market prices. Meanwhile, they do nothing to assist you with ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@Mila V Yes, Lishali notified me as soon as she had an appointment for the written exam and interview. I recieved a study guide which is a list of questions prepared by the Ministry of Interior and Police. The written exam consists of 3 sections: ... Read More
Citizenship of the Dominican Republic or just resident by emetz55
What are the advantages of becoming a citizen of the Dominican Republic instead of just a resident.
@DRVisitorI am curious to know from someone who has actually taken the test and/or gone through the interview process. I heard it was easy and that they take it easier on applicants married to Dominicans than those who are not. When I finish the ... Read More
Best location to stay in Santo Domingo to continue Residency process by ondami
Good afternoon/everning all.I believe my visa application is in the final stages of approval as I only needed to supply two additional documents (in English) along with my packet.I know that after my visa is approved I have 30 days to travel to DR ...
@ondami I think you have to stay until your packet is accepted by Migración and you have an acceptance letter by Migración in your hand to show when you are leaving the country. That was my case. Definitely check with Lishali before ... Read More
Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Dominican Republic, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to the Dominican ...
@Maggz Where is Santa de Barbara? I have never heard of this place in DR. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@plannerThank you for allowing me to share! Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@DRVisitorThe process for being naturalized as a Dominican citizen, the entire process takes place in DR. I started gathering documents 6 months ago and it was accepted by the Ministry of Interior this week. It likely be a few months to finish with ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@UncleBuckThanks for the question for clarification. When I say "Naturalization", I mean becoming naturalized as a Dominican citizen after having temporary residency for 3 years through marriage to a Dominican citizen. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ... Read More
Requirement to register a four wheeler with USA license by FranciscoCornelioJaquez
What would be the process?
@UncleBuck Thanks for the correction. Read More
Requirement to register a four wheeler with USA license by FranciscoCornelioJaquez
What would be the process?
You will need to get a Dominican cedula to register it in the Dominican Republic. When I registered my vehicle, all that was required was my cedula. Read More
Pros and Cons between Scotiabank and Banco Popular? by Gylla
I am opening a bank account here in DR. I have heard mixed reviews about both banks. I was thinking about opening a Banco Popular account because their offices are everywhere. But a friend advised me that Scotia follows international banking laws ...
@GyllaApplying the the original post, I use both banks with a slight preference to Scotiabank over Popular. The biggest reason I have a American Express credit card with Scotiabank and I have had good customer service so far. The Scotiabank website ... Read More
Pros and Cons between Scotiabank and Banco Popular? by Gylla
I am opening a bank account here in DR. I have heard mixed reviews about both banks. I was thinking about opening a Banco Popular account because their offices are everywhere. But a friend advised me that Scotia follows international banking laws ...
@plannerThat is exactly what I do. In DR, I pay everything with my Dominican credit cards and take out cash as needed. At this point, I have not needed to do a large international bank transfer so I use for money transfer companies such as Remitly ... Read More